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Minter: Summer fragrance — can your outdoor space live up to the hype?

Minter: Summer fragrance — can your outdoor space live up to the hype?

Fragrance makes a huge difference to the enjoyment and appreciation of our summer gardens and to our senses, says master gardener Brian Minter.
Photos: Burnaby's newest recreation centre holds a grand opening

Photos: Burnaby's newest recreation centre holds a grand opening

The new 92,000-square-foot arena is located in Edmonds at 7789 18th St.
Column: Take the first step to slow down aging

Column: Take the first step to slow down aging

Davidicus Wong, M.D., of PrimeCare Medical Centre in Burnaby, says physical activity is the best prescription to slow down aging for all.
Letter: Burnaby garbage collection should be par for the course

Letter: Burnaby garbage collection should be par for the course

This letter writer believes "Burnaby has done a great job" at keeping golf courses in good shape, but can look to Richmond to make them better.
BBB: Don’t let phony florists ruin Mother's Day

BBB: Don’t let phony florists ruin Mother's Day

Research the seller, read reviews and use secure payment methods are some tips to avoid last-minute flower-order scams, the Better Business Bureau stated.
Major civic project funding on the line as Burnaby saw $175M shortfall in developer money last year

Major civic project funding on the line as Burnaby saw $175M shortfall in developer money last year

Burnaby expected to get $237M from developers last year to pay for its major redevelopment projects in years to come. It came $175M short.
BC Housing Minister re-announces affordable housing projects in Burnaby

BC Housing Minister re-announces affordable housing projects in Burnaby

B.C. Housing Minister Ravi Kahlon was at 6488 Byrnepark Dr. Friday, where construction is underway on a six-storey building with 130 non-market rental units for Indigenous families and individuals.
Burnaby trades students win gold at Skills Canada BC, qualify for nationals

Burnaby trades students win gold at Skills Canada BC, qualify for nationals

Burnaby students competed at Skills Canada BC last month and took home gold in IT network systems administration, autobody repair and public speaking.
Photos: Burnaby teams headed to girls' high school soccer provincials after semifinal wins

Photos: Burnaby teams headed to girls' high school soccer provincials after semifinal wins

The Burnaby Central Wildcats and Burnaby North Vikings will first play for the Fraser North zone championship.
Here's where to find the cheapest gas in Burnaby

Here's where to find the cheapest gas in Burnaby

Eight Burnaby outlets are currently offering fuel for less than $2 per litre.